When was Vox Media established and by whom?
Jim Bankoff and Trei Brundrett established Vox Media in November 2011 within Washington, D.C. The new company immediately absorbed SB Nation, a sports blog network founded by Tyler Bleszinski in 2003.
Questions about Vox Media
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What happened to Racked after it joined Vox Media?
Racked was folded into Vox in September 2018 due to shifting priorities. It had originally been part of the Curbed Network acquired by Vox Media in November 2013.
Why did more than 300 employees stage a walkout on the 6th of June 2019?
More than 300 employees staged a walkout on the 6th of June 2019 over failed labor agreements. Most Vox Media websites temporarily ceased operation during that strike.
Who became the largest shareholder of Vox Media in February 2023?
Penske Media Corporation became the largest shareholder in February 2023 after acquiring a 20 percent stake. Jay Penske joined the board immediately following the transaction.
When did Vox Media announce it would wind down Chorus?
Vox announced it would wind down Chorus in December 2022 due to advertising demand slumps. Existing customers received 18 months to depart the platform before migration to WordPress VIP began in 2023.